PennDOT CDL Operator (Transportation Equipment Operator A)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Lehigh County, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position operates highway construction and maintenance equipment and performs essential labor tasks as part of a roadway crew. The operator helps keep local roads safe and reliable by supporting highway and bridge maintenance. Duties include operating trucks, loaders, and other assigned machinery; maintaining required commercial driver credentials and completing daily equipment inspections; flagging to manage traffic when equipment operation is not needed; using hand tools for tasks such as clearing culverts, cutting grass, and repairing barriers; carrying out minor repairs and adjustments and assisting mechanics; and following safety procedures, reporting hazards, and helping maintain a protected work environment.

This is a full-time, onsite position with a regular schedule of 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday, including a 30-minute lunch. Dual shifts, holidays, and overtime may be required during storm operations, emergencies, or specialized maintenance operations. Telework is not available. New Commonwealth employees selected for the position start at an annual salary of $45,888 before taxes.

Requirements

• Successful completion of the Transportation Equipment Operator Trainee Program, or an equivalent federal government job title as determined by the Office of Administration; or graduation from a Commercial Driver’s License Training School; or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Possession of an active Pennsylvania Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License, or equivalent, with the Air Brake Restriction (L) removed.
• Possession of an active Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations.
• Obtain active PennDOT certification in the operation of heavy trucks and loaders and two additional pieces of construction equipment within the probationary period; additional assigned-equipment certifications may also be required.
• Obtain an active Tank Vehicle Endorsement (N) during the probationary period and maintain it while employed in this job.
• Ability to perform essential job functions.
• Subject to drug and alcohol testing in accordance with federal regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to demonstrate successful operation of equipment with a manual transmission.

Responsibilities

• Operate trucks, loaders, and other assigned machinery in support of highway and bridge maintenance.
• Maintain required CDL credentials and complete daily equipment inspection checks.
• Perform flagging duties to manage traffic flow when equipment operation is not required.
• Use hand tools to clear culverts, cut grass, repair barriers, and complete other field tasks.
• Carry out minor repairs and adjustments and assist mechanics with maintenance activities.
• Follow safety procedures, report hazards, and help maintain a protected work environment.
• Obtain and maintain required PennDOT equipment-operation certifications and a Tank Vehicle Endorsement during employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed